May weather forecastPoso, Indonesia

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Poso, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°C (80.6°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in May, at a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), reveals a modest deviation from April's 26.7°C (80.1°F). Throughout May, Poso witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

April through June, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Poso, in May, it is raining for 27.6 days, with typically 140mm (5.51") of accumulated precipitation. In Poso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 322.2 days and collects up to 1303mm (51.3") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Poso, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:56 WITA.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Poso, records 27°C (80.6°F), while the low-temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

The months with the highest humidity are April through June, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 85%.

In Poso, in May, it is raining for 27.6 days, with typically 140mm (5.51") of accumulated precipitation.

In Poso, the average day length in May is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:56 WITA.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Poso, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average high temperature in May: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 21.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (19.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average pressure in May: 1010.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1011.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average wind speed in May: 4.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average humidity in May: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April, May and June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average rainfall in May: 140mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (79mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 27.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (24.2 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (4.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Poso, Indonesia

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December (9km).